Semi-truck blocks I-5 southbound off-ramp at Bay Street, Tacoma WA


A semi-truck is blocking the whole off-ramp on southbound Interstate 5 to Bay Street, causing an obstruction and traffic hazard. Emergency units are responding.
Audio|Source: Tacoma Fire
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Transcript:
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Engine 12, ladder 4, medic 5, battalion 2, safety 3, and EMS1, channel A3, ALS[1], motor vehicle accident, southbound interstate 5 to bay, engine 12, ladder 4, medic 5, battalion 2, safety 3 and EMS 1, channel A3, ALS, motor vehicle accident, southbound interstate 5 to bay. Time 535.
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2.7, 8.4.
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It's time.
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We're looking.
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It's worse.
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Units responded to southbound I-5 to Bay Street, DOT on scene stating there is a semi-truck blocking the entire off-ramp. Access from Bay Street onto the off-ramp is needed.
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[1]
ALS: Advanced life support medical response with paramedic-level care for higher-acuity emergencies.
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